Scarpa Golden Gate ATR 2 Trail Running Shoe - Women's Velvet Rose/Bright Green, 39.0

What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I put the Golden Gate ATR 2 through a mixed run that started on pavement, cut through a gravel path, and finished on a stretch of rooted singletrack, and it handled every surface without asking me to slow down or adjust my stride. The dual-density Bounce midsole kept my legs fresh through the back half of the run in a way that a lot of trail shoes just do not deliver."There is a certain freedom that comes with lacing into a shoe that does not need you to plan your route in advance. Scarpa built the Golden Gate ATR 2 around the idea that a great run rarely stays on one surface, and the construction reflects that from the ground up. The dual-density Bounce midsole stacks generous cushioning underfoot without the dead, heavy feel that plagues a lot of maximalist shoes, keeping your legs fresh and your turnover quick whether you are covering road miles or picking your way through rooted singletrack. The rockered forefoot and segmented sole work together to keep your stride smooth and efficient through every transition, so the surface change underneath you never becomes a disruption above it. The reinforced mesh upper brings in airflow on hard efforts while microfiber overlays add the targeted structure your foot needs on lateral moves and uneven ground. Scarpa's in-house Presa TRN-07 outsole uses sticky low-profile lugs that grip pavement without the clunky feel of an aggressive trail lug, and the ATR gum compound adds extra bite on loose or hardpacked dirt. At a 4mm drop the Golden Gate ATR 2 encourages a natural midfoot strike that translates well across surfaces, and the neutral support platform lets your foot move the way it wants to on varied terrain.